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NASA's TEMPO Reveals Daily Air Pollution Pulse Over Northeast Corridor
Key Takeaways
- TEMPO observed high NO2 during morning commute on May 18, 2026 along NY-Washington corridor.
- By afternoon, NO2 levels dropped as chemical reactions produced ozone.
- Hourly monitoring from geostationary orbit reveals daily pollution cycle.
- Data helps improve air quality forecasts and public health advisories.
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DT Editorial Team··via science.nasa.gov